Defender's absence from Manchester City's matchday squad raised eyebrows, with Pep Guardiola revealing one of his key players could be set to leave the club.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is looking forward to facing his neighbours Salford City in their FA Cup third-round clash on Saturday.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has issued a public plea to James McAtee to remain at the Etihad Stadium for “many, many years” over the weekend.The England youth international once again

Pep Guardiola has revealed that Kyle Walker has asked to leave Manchester City, opening the door to a potential exit during the January transfer window. Walker was not in the squad as City beat Salford City 8-0 in the FA Cup third round at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday evening.

Salford head to the Etihad for the first time ever in the FA Cup third round and will be hoping not to see Erling Haaland's name on the Man City team-sheet.